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Help commuters in the world's largest city. Submit commuter-focused software for Shanghai and similar cities beyond!

Ford is asking developers from around the world to come to the aid of the urban commuter by submitting software that helps increase the quality of life now for urban and long-range commuters in cities like Shanghai.

To get started, take a look at the challenge requirements below and visit the Resources page for links to relevant data, APIs, and more. Don’t forget to click the “Register” button to make sure you receive all important challenge updates!

software running on other hardware (including, but not exclusive to, wearable technology, open source hardware, etc.)

custom hardware which includes a software component (wearable technology, etc.)

Language: All submission materials must be in English or, if not in English, you must provide an English translation of the demo video, text description, and testing instructions as well as all other written materials submitted.

Supplemental Material: You must submit a demo video (hosted on YouTube, Vimeo, or Youku) that walks through the main functionality of the solution via screencast or video. You must also submit at least one image/screenshot of your working solution.

New & Existing Solutions: Solutions may be newly created or pre-existing. If you are submitting an existing solution (developed prior to this competition), your solution must include new features/functionality added after the submission period began, which specifically aim to increase quality of life for urban and long-range commuters in cities like Shanghai. If you are entering anexisting solution, you will be required to explain the new features in the submission form.

How to enter

Read the Official Rules to confirm you meet all eligibility requirements.

“Register” to access the submission form and start your draft.

Create a working solution that meets the requirements above, a demonstration video, and some images to represent your solution.